The UAE just walked out on OPEC, and it could eventually mean cheaper gas for Americans. We break down what the collapse of the world’s most powerful oil cartel means for prices at the pump, and why it’s more complicated than you might think.
Will the Collapse of OPEC Result in Lower Oil Prices? Read More »
California once produced most of its own fuel. Today, with only 7 refineries left, import supply chains breaking down, and no pipeline connection to the rest of the U.S., the state is facing a growing energy crisis that will hit drivers, airlines, and businesses hard.
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Electricity has fundamental physical constraints that make it “non-fungible”—it cannot be freely moved across time or space like money or commodities. Understanding this principle reveals a staggering global inefficiency: curtailment of renewable energy, natural gas flaring eight times larger than cryptocurrency mining, and transmission losses equivalent to powering entire nations. This article explores why energy markets ignore this reality and what practical solutions exist to capture and use stranded energy.
Energy Is Non-Fungible: Costing the World Billions Read More »
As global demand for energy storage accelerates—driven by electric vehicles, renewable integration, and grid resilience—the limitations of lithium-ion batteries are becoming increasingly clear. While lithium-ion technology has dominated for decades, a new contender is emerging with the potential to redefine the landscape: aluminum-ion batteries.
At first glance, aluminum may seem like an unlikely challenger. However, a closer look reveals a compelling set of advantages that could make aluminum-ion chemistry a disruptive force in both transportation and stationary storage markets.
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“If Tether were a country, its gold reserves would rank 34th in the world, surpassing many nations. With central banks and gold-backed ETFs also buying heavily, demand for gold is rising, putting upward pressure on prices. This surge shows how digital finance and traditional markets are increasingly intertwined.”
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In the old Lone Ranger TV shows, the Lone Ranger would say to his horse Silver, “High-O Silver Away,” and now, after decades in the doldrums, physical Silver is taking off to the moon. For decades, JP Morgan has been keeping the price of Silver below $30. through naked paper silver short contracts, and they
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By comparing the price of any two commodities, we can see when one or the other get overpriced. Let’s look at the price of two of the most important commodities, OIL vs. GOLD.
Which is Over Priced? Oil or Gold? Read More »
At one time, a negative “power factor” was causing grid problems, then it shifted to a positive “power factor” problem, and now the problem is millisecond AI glitches and surplus power. And Crypto is providing an unusual solution.Â
Overcoming Power Grid Demand Problems- Then and Now Read More »
The energy situation is complex, and demand is growing, but the problem isn’t necessarily just production capacity, but rather distribution, aging infrastructure, regulatory red tape, and the time necessary to build out infrastructure.
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As our need for electricity grows, power grids in the U.S. are under more pressure than ever. Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and Bitcoin (BTC) mining use a lot of electricity.
Will AI And Bitcoin Mining Balance Or Destroy the Grid? Read More »
